Competitive Fencers

For fencers who want to excel

The Brooklyn Bridge Fencing Club is open Tuesday, March 13, 2018.

Class Cancelations and Club Closures

March 30 – April 7: Club Closed for Spring Recess – There will be no Mini-Musketeers, Cadets, or Youth Competitive Classes and Private Lessons. There will be Intermediate/Competitive Open Fencing and Private Lessons on a limited basis.

May 26 – 28: Club Closed for Memorial Day Weekend – There will be no Mini-Musketeers, Cadets, or Youth Competitive Classes and Private Lessons. There will be Intermediate/Competitive Open Fencing and Private Lessons on a limited basis.

Latest News

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By Jason Notte, Marketwatch Patrick O’Rourke, a certified public accountant in Washington, D.C., has a young son who is very good at baseball. Over dinner with some friends whose children are also athletes, O’Rourke was told that his son should be playing lacrosse because there are better scholarship opportunities. Originally from Seattle and aware that

Our Fencing Classes & Programs

Mini-Musketeers

For children Ages 6 - 9

Classes for fencers, ages 6 - 9, who have never fenced before and returning fencers who are not quite ready for the competitive track. Classes are designed to teach fencing technique and tactics through activities, games, and exercises that develop coordination, flexibility, and focus.

Cadets

For children Ages 10+

These classes are geared towards fencers, ages 10+, who have never fenced before and returning fencers who are not quite ready for the competitive track. They are designed to teach fencing technique and tactics through activities, games, and exercises that develop coordination, flexibility, and focus.

Our Reviews

As a parent we all want the best for our children: Brooklyn Bridge Fencing Club is the best club ever! Awesome bunch of kids, terrific athletes, dedicated coaches and a wonderful spirit.Read more

Anne Gilbert

13:59 02 Nov 16

An amazing club for fencers of all ages who are determined to compete at the highest level. Within its collegial but serious atmosphere, the club fosters discipline, sportsmanship, and, perhaps most important, an enduring passion for this most elegant and intellectually challenging sport.Read more

Brian Huang

14:09 02 Nov 16

We love coach Dan Kellner and the Brooklyn Bridge Fencing Club. My 8 yr-old has fun and learns the intricacies of foil fencing at the same time. There are a lot of older (and high-performing) fencers at the club, but the coaches always have enough time to look after and properly instruct the younger kids.Read more

N Hupert

14:25 02 Nov 16

Fantastic environment for athletic and intellectual development of fencers of all skill levels. The balance between independent activity (kids quickly learn to organize and judge all the bouts, with the top-flight coaches nearby to assist) and personal instruction (individual lessons are part of every session) is superbly managed by Dan and his team. Friendly, busy, and just a lot of fun--the best part of my daughter's week.Read more

N Hupert

14:25 02 Nov 16

Fantastic environment for athletic and intellectual development of fencers of all skill levels. The balance between independent activity (kids quickly learn to organize and judge all the bouts, with the top-flight coaches nearby to assist) and personal instruction (individual lessons are part of every session) is superbly managed by Dan and his team. Friendly, busy, and just a lot of fun--the best part of my daughter's week.Read more

Joe Marino

15:02 02 Nov 16

Fantastic club, great environment. Dan and his coaches have created a wonderful environment for all the fencers. High quality fencing and coaching, and the kids have a lot of fun.Read more

Randi Wolf

15:37 02 Nov 16

Brooklyn Bridge Fencing Club is an amazing place. My son has been going for several years after school and loves it. The instructors are terrific and so supportive of his learning. I love the low-key atmosphere and focus on sportsmanship. A secret gem to learn this beautiful sport in Brooklyn!Read more

Randi Wolf

15:37 02 Nov 16

Brooklyn Bridge Fencing Club is an amazing place. My son has been going for several years after school and loves it. The instructors are terrific and so supportive of his learning. I love the low-key atmosphere and focus on sportsmanship. A secret gem to learn this beautiful sport in Brooklyn!Read more

Robert Sheldon

17:41 02 Nov 16

My daughter and son have been fencing at BBF for 3 years. They both love it. I have been so impressed with how thoughtfully Dan runs the club. At tournaments the team members are so supportive of each other and I haven't seen other clubs act in the same gracious manner. Every coach is extremely knowledgeable of the sport and takes s keen interest in their students. Henry Kenard, one of the coaches, has helped my daughter Lucy work through successes and set backs both in regular training and at competitions. I am grateful this place exists.Read more

Robert Sheldon

17:41 02 Nov 16

My daughter and son have been fencing at BBF for 3 years. They both love it. I have been so impressed with how thoughtfully Dan runs the club. At tournaments the team members are so supportive of each other and I haven't seen other clubs act in the same gracious manner. Every coach is extremely knowledgeable of the sport and takes s keen interest in their students. Henry Kenard, one of the coaches, has helped my daughter Lucy work through successes and set backs both in regular training and at competitions. I am grateful this place exists.Read more

Tomas Koeck

17:46 02 Nov 16

A fantastic fencing club with extremely helpful and knowledgeable staff. The fencing is at a very high caliber, there are few foil clubs that could rival this one on the East Coast. Classes are well organized, plenty of strips to fence on, the coaches promote a very healthy athletic environment.Read more

Patricia Lee

19:03 02 Nov 16

FACT: Fencers in the know regularly COMMUTE here (Philly, LI, Westchester)
FACT: Dan and his coaches know what they are doing
FACT: Many of us come from other clubs--This is IT folks, spare yourselves real pain and come here first.
FACT: There's a real cost in having to UNLEARN bad habits-- start right
FACT: Fencing builds confidence, independence, strategy
FACT: Dumbo Brooklyn -- need I say more?Read more

Jonah Klein

19:17 02 Nov 16

Fantastic place for fencers at all levels, from beginners to world-class.
Dan and his coaches take an individualized approach to every student regardless of goals or experience. The vibe is cool and not overly intense; the students and coaches take their sport seriously, but everyone supports one another. The older kids take the initiative to help the younger kids and everyone has fun. If you're looking for a club with the rigor of a Soviet-Union-era sports factory, this isn't the one, but if you want a place where your fencer can learn at his or her own pace while having the opportunity to fence alongside some of the best fencers in the USA, you'll love it here.Read more

alan dans

21:17 02 Nov 16

The atmosphere at Brooklyn Bridge Fencing Club is extremely friendly and welcoming. All of the students have wonderful, attitude-free personalities. The older students willingly fence with the younger ones, as they work to improve their skills.
One of the best aspects of Brooklyn Bridge Fencing Club is that there are often fencers from other clubs visiting to take classes and for open bouting; sometimes even Olympic fencers from other countries. This offers the BBFC fencers exposure to other styles to which they can apply coach Dan's techniques.Read more

Felice Levy

00:32 03 Nov 16

An encouraging learning environment in which students from beginner up through some of the most competitive in the country have the opportunity to develop and hone their fencing skills. The camaraderie and respect amongst the fencers is a testament to the positive tone that is set by the coaches here. The perfect balance between competitiveness and sportsmanship, fun and seriousness is established at BBFC. Many world-renowned foil fencers train here when in town or in preparation for upcoming events. Read more

Felice Levy

00:32 03 Nov 16

An encouraging learning environment in which students from beginner up through some of the most competitive in the country have the opportunity to develop and hone their fencing skills. The camaraderie and respect amongst the fencers is a testament to the positive tone that is set by the coaches here. The perfect balance between competitiveness and sportsmanship, fun and seriousness is established at BBFC. Many world-renowned foil fencers train here when in town or in preparation for upcoming events. Read more

Brian Mundy

01:43 03 Nov 16

BBFC is awesome. I totally trust the staff here. The environment is wonderful. My son continues learning a lot about fencing, but also about being disciplined and a good team member.Read more

Kevin Burrows

14:10 03 Nov 16

Love the energy at the club. Coaches all show great passion for the sport. club has such a great mix of fencers from beginners to internationally ranked fencers. even have fencers from other countries fencing there while in the USA.Read more

Mollie Meiches

13:57 04 Nov 16

One of the boys I nanny for fences twice a week with the Brooklyn Bridge Fencing Club and loves it! There is a real culture of community and familiarity in the club--everyone knows each other and everyone is welcome. The coaches are very attentive, delivering individualized attention and dedicated coaching. Great experience!Read more

Alisa T.

14:18 07 Nov 16

Great environment, everyone there is nice and really good at fencing so the training is intense. Highly recommend this place. And the cost is fair too.Read more

Cathleen Baker

20:52 30 Nov 16

I love the supportive environment and the quality of instruction. My son has been attending class and private sessions for about a year. His coordination has improved immensely and carries over to other sports. He has had several instructors all of whom have there on style, however parallel quality.Read more